CHICAGO – Building upon the smart infrastructure investments supported by Senator Willie Preston, the Illinois Department of Transportation announced an investment of nearly $41 billion in road and bridge improvement projects across the state.
“As an owner and operator of a construction firm, I know how crucial working-class jobs are to building and sustaining our community,” said Preston (D-Chicago). “The investments in our roads, transit systems, and pedestrian walkways will not only make our communities safer, but they will generate good-paying jobs for people across the district.”
As part of IDOT’s latest Multi-Year Plan under Rebuild Illinois, the district Preston represents will see 13 infrastructure projects totaled at more than $20 million over the next six years.
Some of the most vital projects coming to the area include:
- Improvements and modernization to traffic signals, pavement markings, and ADA accessibility to Harlem Avenue
- Pavement repairs on Pulaski Road
- Pavement repairs on Western Avenue
These projects are part of IDOT’s multi-year plan, a $40 billion investment in construction projects for the next six fiscal years. The project invest in all modes of transportation: roads and bridges, aviation, transit, freight and passenger rail, waterways, as well as bicycle and pedestrian accommodations.
“I went to Springfield on a mission to improve the lives of people living in the 16th District,” Preston said. “I am proud to deliver investments to our community’s infrastructure that will help move our economy forward and enhance safety for constituents.”
To find a full list of projects slated for the 16th Senate District, visit IDOT’s website.
